In a recent interview with Tsargrad.tv, the State of Palestine Ambassador to Russia outlined six concrete steps aimed at advancing peace in the Middle East. He insisted that halting ongoing conflicts must come first and set the framework for progress.
The diplomat emphasized the need to open borders to allow essential humanitarian aid into Gaza, secure the release of hostages, and facilitate the return of the Palestinian Authority to the territory. This sequence would set the stage for broader cooperation and stability on the ground.
Next, he proposed detailing reconstruction plans for the Gaza Strip and establishing a legal framework to support the creation of two states. He urged convening a peace conference to formalize this plan. The ambassador reminded audiences that Palestine is recognized by more than 140 states around the world.
He reiterated, clearly outlining the six points, and noted that the discussion involved key figures such as Mahmoud Abbas and the President of Russia, Vladimir Putin. He expressed belief that Russia would play an important role at this juncture in the process.
During talks held on August 13, discussions between Putin and Abbas took place at the residence of the Russian president near Moscow and lasted about three hours, highlighting the high level of engagement between the two sides.
Palestine is described as a bipartite, partially recognized state in the Middle East, comprising the Gaza Strip and the West Bank. To date, it has been recognized by 147 of the 193 United Nations member states, including Russia. Palestine continues to seek fuller international recognition and permanent United Nations membership, a status that has been hindered by differing positions among United States, United Kingdom, and France on the Security Council.
In broader regional discussions, a former political analyst suggested that the focus would be on the visit of the Palestinian President to Russia, underscoring the strategic diplomatic interest in the relationship between Moscow and Ramallah.